Obituaries

Reno NV Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Reno, NV area

Dawn Lillian Marshall

Dawn Lillian Marshall

Jul 20, 2026

Dawn Lillian Marshall died peacefully on July 20, 2026 at her home of 22 years in Sparks, Nevada. She was born February 2, 1932 to Sydney and Lillian Duhame in Bastrop, Louisiana. The family lived in numerous locations, eventually making Los Angeles home where she graduated from Garfield High in 1950.

In October of 1950 she married the love of her...

Marlene Ann DeWitt

Marlene Ann DeWitt

Jul 23, 2026

Mom and best friend, devoted grandma, and caring sister. Thank you for giving all of us the greatest blessing in the world, unconditional love. 

We will hold you close in our hearts until we can hold you in heaven. 

Private Service

Stephen James Woods

Stephen James Woods

Jun 28, 2026

Stephen James Woods, (also known as Steve Woods) Age 78, passed away on June 28, 2026 at Northern Nevada Medical Center, Sparks, NV. Steve was born in Sioux City, Iowa, February 5, 1948, and was adopted at birth by Charles R. and Mary M. Woods. Steve lived with his parents in Cedar Rapids, IA for 2 years, and then they...

Fu'ameleke Tavu'i

Fu'ameleke Tavu'i

Jun 24, 2026

Fu'ameleke Tavu'i 77, passed on June 24, 2026 in Sparks, NV. He was a Devoted father, a loving brother and an amazing Papa to his grandkids. We love and miss you Dad.

Arlene M Becker

Arlene M Becker

Jun 23, 2026

Arlene M. Becker died peacefully June 23, 2026, in Reno, Nevada at the Cynthia Lake Hospice Home. Born September 6, 1939 to Emil Becker and Mary Anita Roscoe in Garfield, New Jersey; she was raised in Denville, New Jersey as an only child.

Arlene's mother was a teacher, reading to her daily; she instilled a passion for education. Arlene's father worked...

Irmgard "Jenny" Cooper

Irmgard "Jenny" Cooper

Jun 16, 2026

In Loving Memory of Irmgard "Jenny" Cooper

Mom passed away peacefully on June 16th 2026 at her home in her bedroom where she was surrounded by Love...Her beautiful daughters Mary & LilliAn by her side. She was born on April 28, 1928, in Germany where she met and fell in love with her late husband John "JJ" Cooper. They were married...

Ray Burt Willard

Ray Burt Willard

Jun 15, 2026

Ray Burt Willard (born Dell Reay Willard) died peacefully at the Cynthia Lake Veterans Hospice Home in Reno, Nevada, on June 15, 2026, with his precious cat Maxine curled up beside him. 

Ray was born to Beverly Pedersen Willard and Frederick Peter Willard in Rockford, Illinois. He graduated from Fitchburg High School in Massachusetts in 1968 and served in the Army...

Patricia Joan Kolarik

Patricia Joan Kolarik

Feb 14, 2026

Patricia Joan Kolarik, of Reno, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. She was a devoted public servant for 30 years with the Internal Revenue Service and a faithful, longtime member of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents, Arletta Ruth and Joseph Leo Kolarik of Washington, D.C.. She is lovingly remembered by...

Allen Evan Dean

Allen Evan Dean

Jan 24, 2026

Allen Evan Dean passed away on January 24, 2026, at the age of 74 in Reno, Nevada of natural causes.

He is survived by his three children, Jodi Alhasan and her fiancé Jeremy Jones (Nevada), Kevin Dean and his wife Tonya (Idaho) and Kyle Dean (Idaho); five grandchildren, Zayden Alhasan (Nevada), Cody Dean and his wife Mara (Idaho), Talea Dean (Idaho),...

Wynn Saterlee II

Wynn Saterlee II

Jan 11, 2026

Wynn Saterlee II, age 27, was born on March 21, 1998, and passed away on January 11, 2026. Wynn was deeply loved, and his loss has left an empty space in the hearts of all who knew him.Wynn had a natural sense of humor and an easy way of making others feel comfortable, always bringing laughter and light into even...

Bruce Olin May

Bruce Olin May

Dec 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Bruce Olin May

Bruce Olin May was born on July 1, 1954 in Lynwood, California, and passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025 in Reno, Nevada.

Raised in Bellflower, California, Bruce graduated from Bellflower High School in 1972. Growing up, he enjoyed spending time outdoors, salmon fishing, collecting coins, and gardening – early interests that reflected his curiosity...

Glen Edward Myers

Glen Edward Myers

Dec 3, 2025

He left us on December 3,2025 without a goodbye. Glen Edward Myers (aka. Tug, Tugboat, Mr. Boat) was born in Reno, NV on September 7, 1972 to Ronald E. and Carol L. Myers. As a fifth generation Nevadan he has great grandparents on both sides of the family laid to rest in the historic Hillside Cemetery (Marsh and Peckham). He...

Richard Edward Dreiling

Richard Edward Dreiling

Nov 24, 2025

Sparks, Nevada – Richard “Dick” Dreiling passed away on November 24, 2025.

A Memorial Service will be planned for mid-December 2025.

Dick was Born April 3, 1939, in Long Beach California to Bill and Ruthe Dreiling. The family lived in California while his dad was in the Navy, and they moved to Reno at Dick’s age of 8. He joined the Navy...

Colton John Cherry

Colton John Cherry

Nov 3, 2025

Colton John Cherry, 36, of Reno, Nevada, passed away on November 3, 2025, with his wife by his side. A husband, father, son, brother, and friend, Colton’s presence filled every room he entered with warmth, laughter, and light. His sudden departure leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew him, but his spirit will remain a vibrant part...

Kathryn RoJean Dugan

Kathryn RoJean Dugan

Oct 20, 2025

Kathryn RoJean Dugan , affectionately known as "Kat" or "Kathy," passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, in Reno, Nevada, at the age of 69. 

Kat was born on January 25, 1956, in Pasadena, California, the daughter of RoJean Shultz and the late Russell Moss. She spent most of her early years in Southern California where she fell in love with...

Kaylin Anne Mitchell

Kaylin Anne Mitchell

Oct 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Kaylin Anne Mitchell (Lehmus)

April 7, 1986 – October 5, 2025

Kaylin Anne Mitchell (Lehmus), 39, of Sparks, Nevada, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 5, 2025 after a courageous five-year battle with brain cancer. She faced every challenge with the same strength, humor, and grace that defined her life.

Born on April 7, 1986, in...

Richard D Griffin

Richard D Griffin

Sep 11, 2025

Richard D. Griffin III of Reno, NV passed away in his sleep Thursday, September 11th, 2025 following a battle with declining health. His family is deeply saddened by his passing.

Rick enjoyed the great outdoors. He took his family camping, kayaking and exploring nature. He enjoyed road trips and motorcycle rides.

Rick took his faith seriously. He was an active member of...

Michael Jay Richmond

Michael Jay Richmond

Aug 8, 2025

Michael lost his courageous fight and passed away peacefully at home. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Anne Marie Zinzer, his children, Anne Marie Wagner, Morgan (Tina Michelle) Richmond and his beloved youngest daughter, Sarah Anne Stubbs. Michael loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren regaling them with stories of the times he was a...

James Willis Sellers

James Willis Sellers

Jul 12, 2025

James Sellers 52, of Reno, NV., and formerly of Macomb and Normal, IL., passed into God’s peaceful embrace surrounded by the love of his wife, son, daughter and dogs.

James shared his dry and unique sense of humor with the world even while suffering from cancer during the last nine months.

He is survived by his college sweetheart and wife of 26...

Darla Lynn McKinney Smith

Darla Lynn McKinney Smith

May 31, 2025

Darla Lynn McKinney Smith, long time resident of Brentwood, CA, passed away in Reno, NV surrounded by the love of her family. Darla was born in Corona, CA to Lila Erickson and Roy McKinney. She graduated from Channel Islands High School and obtained her MBA from University of Phoenix.



She was a devoted mother and grandmother with an adventurous soul that...